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Castle Dale council approves purchase of silent panic buttons after on-site incident
Summary
Following an on-site disturbance that required deputies, the council approved buying three silent panic buttons (estimated $1,607) that connect to the sheriff's office and a small annual maintenance fee, aiming to improve safety for staff and meeting attendees.
After describing a recent disturbance in city hall that required sheriff deputies, the Castle Dale City Council voted Jan. 8 to buy a set of silent panic buttons that would directly notify the sheriff's office.
Speaker 1 described the incident and presented a quote for three panic buttons with an installation cost of $1,607 and an annual maintenance fee of about $4.92 per unit. Councilmembers discussed mobile and fixed options, noting other cities use similar systems.
Speaker 12 moved to approve the purchase and Speaker 9 seconded. The motion passed on a roll-call vote. Council directed staff to procure at least one portable unit for use in meetings and to coordinate installation with the sheriff's office.
